Professional Lines Peel pH

I was always taught to look more at the pH than the percentage when it came to the efficacy of chemical peels, and as I've looked for lines to use in my home practice I've been a little surprised by the wide variation in the pH of professional exfoliation treatments.

SkinScript, for example, has really low pH on even their "mild" peels and I'm confused as to why. 

Any input would be much appreciated. 

Tags: chemical, pH, peels, skinscript

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Permalink Reply by Amy Lynn Scheele on January 23, 2014 at 11:33pm

ss products can be quite harsh.  i dont dislike them.  just have a different approach with my clients.  circadia offers a great range of peel,  from light, med, and somemed deep peels.  beautiful product and result

Permalink Reply by Julie Lauren Vick on March 17, 2014 at 5:34pm

does anyone else have any input on this? i know a lot of you love skinscript. 

Thanks!

Permalink Reply by Amy Sherman on March 18, 2014 at 9:03am

I used Dermaware peels. They're great.

Permalink Reply by Tina unger on March 24, 2014 at 7:36pm
I have the exact same concerns
I have read good review about skinscriots but had concerns with ph levels. I want effective peels that are safe
I did use some of circadia line but was not alway impressed

I want to use image but I have the same concerns about % and ph
Permalink Reply by body&skincarebyenith on March 24, 2014 at 9:53pm

The pH is by far more important than the actual percentage of the chemical peel. SS is what I use in my practice and I use it with caution. I always use a fan and *ALWAYS* start 3 minutes, then increase time as I go (facial by facial). I ask my client the whole time about any burning sensation, and sometimes the burning concentrates in random areas, so then I remove with q-tips (only those areas of concern) and leave the non-burning areas intact until the time runs out.

I'm not sure exactly what answer you are expecting, but I think the reason why SS is so effective is because of their pH. I personally love 'em. I just apply the 'less is more' approach! :)

My clients loooooove the results even when I leave the peel for THREE minutes. I also use the ultrasonic spatula, and use the flat side to calm the skin down after each peel.

Permalink Reply by Julie Lauren Vick on March 25, 2014 at 8:04am

i was thinking about this study when I asked the question

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8634810

Thank you for the input about SS- If I go that route I'll definitely proceed cautiously!  

Permalink Reply by body&skincarebyenith on March 25, 2014 at 9:28am

30 minutes!!!! O.o

Permalink Reply by body&skincarebyenith on March 25, 2014 at 9:29am

anytime! :)

Permalink Reply by Tiffany Montalbano on May 1, 2014 at 10:38am

After looking at the study I can see how you would be concerned about the PH levels with SS.  But that study is also using a much higher % of acid.  I use SS and love that balance of peel and enzyme.  There are other companies who have much more aggressive peels than SS.  The key is neutralize with SS (or anything else really) because that is where you would end up with a negative over exfoliation situation.  Lisa created SS to be a middle ground line that the Esthetician can create the mild, moderate or intensive treatments.  Out of the 14 years and dozens of lines I have used, SS is one of my favorites because I can be creative with each treatment.  Don't be turned off by the PH yet, start with the Lactic peel (one of my favorites, mix it with everything), and see what you think.  If you are just doing solo peels don't forget to neutralize (baking soda & water).  

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